1995 Pontiac Trans AM
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1995: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 1992 | 3 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 4 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 32 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
2 of 5 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing hydraulic power assist system and gear box (other than rack and pinion).
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While driving vehicle lost steering power and hit a curb.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-11
Tires
1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing sidewall.
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The purpose to this letter is to advise you of an incident that occurred Saturday June 19, 2004. While driving on interstate 80 at 65 MPH, I experienced a frightening encounter.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-07-12
Engine
1 of 5 total reports mentions: engine.
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Tl* the contact owns a 1995 Pontiac Trans AM. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warnin. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was isnpected by the contact.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-06-24
Electrical system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: electrical system, most commonly citing wiring.
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Our problem concerns an electrical problem. When we purchased the car almost 4 years ago we noticed the taillights were leaking. They had corroded the tail lights and they shorted out. This car was barely 7 years old and had no working tail lights.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-02-24
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1995 Pontiac Trans AM — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1995 Pontiac Trans AM reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 1995 Pontiac Trans AM?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1995 Pontiac Trans AM have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.